Regional Connect
Discover more regional study support with Regional Connect
Studying outside of Melbourne? If you study online and live regionally, you can access all our regional campuses and world-class facilities, local work placement opportunities and industry networks through our Regional Connect program.
What does Regional Connect give you?
If you’re studying online and live in regional Victoria our Regional Connect program will provide you with a range of free services tailored to support your future. You’ll secure local work placement opportunities, connect to campus events and industry networks and access facilities in all regional campuses.
This means you’ll gain practical skills that make you more employable. Benefits include:
- access to all four regional campuses, including Bendigo, Shepparton, Albury-Wodonga and Mildura, home to some of Australia’s best learning and research facilities
- local work placements that let you apply your knowledge in a professional environment and gain valuable experience
- public events and lectures that provide thought leadership to provoke conversation and ideas
- industry networks and mentoring opportunities that connect you with alumni and professionals.
Regional Connect is here to make sure that no matter where you are, you get the support you need to build your network and take your next step. Book a one-on-one consultation session to find out more.
Events
La Trobe delivers a series of industry and networking events and forums throughout the year. These events provide students with an opportunity to engage with local industry and community representatives and gain valuable insights and employment opportunities.
Meet one of our students
Bachelor of Business (Agribusiness) student Kaitlyn Wishart undertook a 12-week work placement with AgriNous, a Bendigo-based business that develops digital tools for the livestock industry.
I looked at the marketing side of the business, and was taught the customer service side of things. Everyone there is so passionate about what they do, they’re welcoming and they want to help you.